The day will be in 3 sections/parts:
Part 1 - Flattering and purposeful posing and lighting
Jerry will teach you how to combine simple yet purposeful, flattering lighting and posing with diverse subject matter for maximum impact. Jerry will break down the elements and building blocks to create iconic imagery. Jerry will share some never-before-seen work from multiple genres. As a master of reinvention, learn from the most awarded photographer and first Grand Master of WPPI.
Part 2 - Killer Creativity
Are you born creative or can you learn how to be creative? Many believe you either have “it” or you don’t. Jerry Ghionis will teach you how to cultivate and be obsessed with the creative process. Jerry will share 3 main personal projects that have taken him years to produce that he has never shared before. One subject is a life-long bucket list shoot with the creation of a one-of-a-kind physically produced legacy piece. The second is the culmination of a series of portraits including fashion made entirely of paper. The third is the culmination of Jerry’s latest obsession of photographing Las Vegas performers that expresses their humanity and the peak of their ability. In revealing his latest work, Jerry will show you how to think more creatively and help you understand how to manifest a simple idea into a career defining works of art.
Part 3 - How to evoke emotion
Posing and lighting mean nothing without emotion. Adding what you've learned from Jerry's posing, lighting and creativity seminars, this presentation brings it all together to an epic finale for the day's offerings. As a master of communication, Jerry will show you how to effortlessly evoke emotion from your subjects and how he shoots through the eyes of a loved one for more emphatic and powerful storytelling. Whether your clients are not overtly emotional, graceful or flamboyant, Jerry will show how he uses mirroring, empathy and humor to create glamorous yet natural reactions. He will show you how a healthy blend of reactive and proactive photography will guarantee you consistent story telling every time. You will laugh, cry and hold your breath.
Day 2 Tuesday, November 4, 2025:
How to Wow Photowalk + Night Shoot (after dinner)
Ever wanted to see through the viewfinder of an experienced pro? Watch Nikon Ambassador and whom PDN named as one of the top photography instructors in the world, Jerry Ghionis as he presents a live demonstration showing you how to wow! This will be the perfect complement to Jerry’s seminar on the previous day. Jerry will demonstrate how he brings out the best in his subjects and how to recognize creative triggers in your environment. You will witness Jerry create amazing pictures in front of your eyes with live models as he shows you how to pose purposefully and create luxurious light. He will articulate his thought process, technique and complete his vision as he proves his in camera artistry. Witness and learn the art that comes before Photoshop.
